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Niels J. Rasmussen

Dr. Nils Rasmussen

Edmonton, Alberta Canada | Member Since 2012

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  • 29 reviews
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  • 23 purchased in 2013
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  • That Is All

    • UNABRIDGED (16 hrs and 40 mins)
    • By John Hodgman
    • Narrated By John Hodgman
    Overall
    (142)
    Performance
    (131)
    Story
    (127)

    John Hodgman completes his vision with That Is All, the last book in a trilogy of Complete World Knowledge. Like its predecessors, That Is All compiles incredibly handy made-up facts into brief articles, overlong lists, and beguiling narratives on new and familiar themes. It picks up exactly where More Information left off - specifically, at page 596 - and finally completes Complete World Knowledge, just in time for the return of Quetzalcoatl and the end of human history in 2012.

    brenty says: "The joke is on you: this book is a dare..."
    "Doesn't Translate From Text To Audio"
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    Is there anything you would change about this book?

    I'd like to first state that John Hodgman is my all-time favorite author. Unfortunately the text from this book just doesn't translate well into an audio format. The content is still all there but there is something that is somehow lost while listening to to book. I HIGHLY reccomend READING this book but I'd pass on checking out the audiobook.


    0 of 1 people found this review helpful
  • Science Fiction Favorites

    • UNABRIDGED (5 hrs and 13 mins)
    • By Isaac Asimov
    • Narrated By Isaac Asimov
    Overall
    (219)
    Performance
    (42)
    Story
    (43)

    This selection of some of Asimov's most enduring and unforgettable stories is read by the author himself. These vintage tales encompass the full range of Asimov's versatility, while displaying his puckish sense of humor.

    Jeff says: "Entertaining and personal"
    "Great Content But Asimov's Voice Isn't Great"
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    As said in the title, the stories in this book are top notch, but the author's voice actually takes AWAY from the listening experience. He has a very nasally voice and I think the text would have been much better treated had they hired an actual actor to read the content. Apart from that, it is very hard to tell where one story starts and the next one begins, as there is no announcement or pause to let you know that any of the stories have ended.
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    7.9 / 10

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • U.F.O. (Dramatised)

    • ORIGINAL (44 mins)
    • By Charles Eric Maine
    • Narrated By Ed Bishop, Edward de Souza, Blain Fairman, and others
    Overall
    (4)
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    (2)
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    (2)

    Do Flying Saucers or UFOs really exist? If so, are they of extra-terrestrial origin? Have we been told the truth about them? Are governments and security organizations concealing the real facts?

    Niels J. Rasmussen says: "Pretty Freakin' Weak"
    "Pretty Freakin' Weak"
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    THIS kind of media is the reason the public as a whole doesn't take this topic very seriously. Very poorly written, acted, and produced. Pass on this one.
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    1.9/10

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Me Doing Stand-Up

    • ORIGINAL (59 mins)
    • By Norm Macdonald
    Overall
    (12)
    Performance
    (12)
    Story
    (12)

    Get ready, because Norm Macdonald, one of the world’s funniest and most subversive comedians, is letting loose in his first-ever one-hour stand-up special, titled "Norm Macdonald: Me Doing Stand-Up". Norm Macdonald, the iconic anchor of SNL’s “Weekend Update” and star of the cult classic Dirty Work, is back with a vengeance. This time he serves up a hilarious hour of stand-up comedy, covering everything from cheating death, 24-hour news stories, shameful sex, serial killers, and cheese sandwiches.

    Niels J. Rasmussen says: "One of the Best Stand-Up Specials I've Ever Heard"
    "One of the Best Stand-Up Specials I've Ever Heard"
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    I've always been a fan of Norm MacDonald, but on this special he really takes it to the next level. Next to Jim Jefferies, I have never heard such a solid hour of comedy. HIGHLY suggest you get this one.
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    9.7/10

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Intimate Moments for a Sensual Evening

    • ORIGINAL (54 mins)
    • By Aziz Ansari
    Overall
    (11)
    Performance
    (11)
    Story
    (11)

    Coming off of his phenomenal breakout year, Comedy Central is bringing critically-acclaimed comedian and actor Aziz Ansari (Parks and Recreation, Funny People) to the stage where he’ll discuss topics ranging from sheets with fraudulent thread counts to the chubbiness of his young cousin, Harris, in this brand-new, one-hour stand-up special.

    Niels J. Rasmussen says: "Amazing Stand-Up Special. 9/10"
    "Amazing Stand-Up Special. 9/10"
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    Ansari is an amazing conversational comedian. One of the few performers out there that you just enjoy listening to talk about any topic. This special could have easily been twice as long and I wouldn't have gotten bored.

    9/10

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk: A Modest Bestiary

    • UNABRIDGED (3 hrs)
    • By David Sedaris
    • Narrated By David Sedaris, Dylan Baker, Elaine Stritch, and others
    Overall
    (957)
    Performance
    (354)
    Story
    (353)

    Featuring David Sedaris's unique blend of hilarity and heart, this new collection of keen-eyed animal-themed tales is an utter delight. Though the characters may not be human, the situations in these stories bear an uncanny resemblance to the insanity of everyday life.

    Patricia says: "Enjoyable Book"
    "Modern Day Fables"
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    This book is a collection of short fables that walks the line between charming and pleasantly offensive. Each story has its own little lesson behind it, but they're not right in your face. It almost requires some thought to determine WHAT exactly the moral of each story happens to be. But this actually makes it a really enjoyable listen. Not to mention the great cast of voice actors that were brought in for the different stories. HIGHLY recommend this one.

    9.1/10.

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • The New New Rules: A Funny Look at How Everybody But Me Has Their Head Up Their Ass

    • UNABRIDGED (4 hrs and 47 mins)
    • By Bill Maher
    • Narrated By Bill Maher
    Overall
    (375)
    Performance
    (336)
    Story
    (330)

    A follow-up to the New York Times best-selling New Rules, The New New Rules delivers a series of hilarious, intelligent rants on everything from same-sex marriage to health care, from Republican agendas to celebrity meltdowns, with all the razor-sharp insight that has made Bill Maher one of the most influential comedic voices shaping the political debate today.

    Thomas Nedreberg says: "Easy to get offended but what the hell..."
    "Great Material But A Little Hard To Listen To."
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    Despite the fact that the majority of the material in this book is hilarious, it is almost impossible to listen to this book for more than 20 minutes at a time. Every 10 or so words, the phrase "New Rule!" is repeated. I imagine this would actually have been a more enjoyable READ rather than an enjoyable LISTEN.

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • UFOs and Flying Saucers: Serious Business

    • ORIGINAL (50 mins)
    • By Frank Edwards
    • Narrated By Frank Edwards
    Overall
    (1)
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    (1)
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    (1)

    Frank Edwards was the Mutual Broadcasting Service's replacement for Edward R. Murrow. He was an American writer and broadcaster, and one of the pioneers in radio. Late in his life, he became well known for a series of popular books about UFOs and other paranormal phenomena. Hear stories of Flying Saucers, Wild Astronomer Reports, Crazy Power Sources, Censorship and government coverups, Moon Signals, Contactees and much more.

    Niels J. Rasmussen says: "A Lot Of Cool UFO Stories From 1966"
    "A Lot Of Cool UFO Stories From 1966"
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    Despite being from 1966, this short audiobook was jam-packed full of information that I'd never heard before regarding the topic. One piece of information I found fascinating was the fact that the astronomer who discovered Pluto had a UFO sighting in 1949 in which he stated that he was sure that was he saw "was of extraterrestrial design".

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Chuck Klosterman IV: A Decade of Curious People and Dangerous Ideas

    • ABRIDGED (5 hrs and 5 mins)
    • By Chuck Klosterman
    • Narrated By Chuck Klosterman
    Overall
    (123)
    Performance
    (33)
    Story
    (33)

    Chuck Klosterman IV consists of three parts:

    THINGS THAT ARE TRUE
    Profiles and trend stories: Britney Spears, Val Kilmer, McDonalds, '70s rock band nostalgia cruises. With new introductions and asides.

    Christopher says: "What's up with Chuck?"
    "9.6 out of 10"
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    Chuck Klosterman has quickly become one of my new favorite authors still currently doing work today. He ranks among the best. I especially recommend this book to anyone who is a fan of David Sedaris. Similar in many ways but Klosterman has a special charm to his writing that you can't find anywhere else.

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Me Talk Pretty One Day

    • ABRIDGED (5 hrs and 51 mins)
    • By David Sedaris
    • Narrated By David Sedaris
    Overall
    (3007)
    Performance
    (780)
    Story
    (778)

    David Sedaris' collection of essays - including live recordings! - tells a most unconventional life story. With every clever turn of a phrase, Sedaris brings a view and a voice like no other to every unforgettable encounter. You can also listen to Sedaris in an interview with Terry Gross on Fresh Air.

    T. Chambless says: "Sedaris is great!"
    "NOTHING Compares With The 1st Story Of This Book"
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    What did you love best about Me Talk Pretty One Day?

    This book is a collection of essays by Sedaris mainly surrounding the topic of language and speech. The first story in the book is especially amazing. I honestly haven't laughed out loud to something like that in a while.


    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Sex, Drugs, and Cocoa Puffs: A Low Culture Manifesto (Now with a New Middle)

    • ABRIDGED (5 hrs and 55 mins)
    • By Chuck Klosterman
    • Narrated By Chuck Klosterman
    Overall
    (247)
    Performance
    (66)
    Story
    (64)

    From the kid who brought you Fargo Rock City, the first book in history to garner the praise of Stephen King, David Byrne, Donna Gaines, Sebastian Bach, Jonathan Lethem, and Rivers Cuomo, comes Sex, Drugs, and Cocoa Puffs, the first book in history to examine breakfast cereal, reality television, tribute bands, Internet porn, serial killers, and the Dixie Chicks.

    Ryan says: "Well Written/Read but Contrived Conclusions"
    "A Brilliant Manifesto"
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    Chuck Klosterman embodies everything that I WISH I could be as a writer. This book is FULL of brilliant observations, hilarious anecdotes, and memorable one-liners. This book is worth every penny.

    1 of 1 people found this review helpful

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